Swimming caps

[Morrisonker]

I want to start swimming regularly again but because I have scarlet streaks in my hair I can't get my hair wet in a pool (the colour will leak out everywhere and the chemicals in the water will probably do some damage) Even though I won't be swimming underwater or diving I can never manage to keep my hair totally dry when I swim, so I was wondering how effective swimming caps are at keeping your hair dry?

[mgba_78]

Haven't worn a swimming cap since i used to have swimming lessons when i was a kid.. but i remember them being pretty good at keeping my hair dry.. just make sure u tuck all the hair in.. the only place my hair used to get damp was the little hair left on my neck... if that makes sense!

[Morrisonker]

perfect, thanks :) Now I just have to worry about looking weird!

[Altosruleok]

I've worn one for exactly the same reason (except that the streaks in my hair weren't red). I didn't find a swimming cap very good at all - water leaked in, no matter what I did.
Can't give any good hints I'm afraid; my hair always gets wet. Luckily my daughter is a hair colourist, so can keep my colour topped up. Maybe that's what you need to find - a friend or relative in the business!

[jlaubza]

The professional style latex/silcone swimming cap is useless at keeping hair dry except for a short swim.

The old fashioned moulded cap that fits over the ears is much more effective. Also easier to put on and take off.

[potty64]

I have a sillcone Speedo swimming cap which I hav to stop my long hair brushing in front of my face BUT! after my swim, the hat gets all stuck together!! If I try to unstick it, it ALMOST splits! I've tried wetting it (later) to no avail. Any suggestions?